Ya, a lot of folks have "gone to Facebook"... but I still check here regularly and can't imagine not having this place to really talk about things.

A friend recently spoke about her OCD on Facebook... that took a lot of courage - of course, we all were surprised (well, not me, really...) ... but the thing of it is... she's feeling safe to share her secrets. The more that speak out, the more people will know they aren't alone.

For me, this is the "safest" place. I have some contacts on Facebook who just don't "get it"... friends (relatives!) that are just too private and/or have their heads in the sand about the world around them.

I remember back, years ago, when I first learned about Tourette Syndrome, Depression, OCD and all the syndromes that go hand-in-hand with mental "illnesses". If it weren't for my sister discovering the TS forum in the early 90's and me then sharing what I'd learned with my cousin, her youngest son would have not been helped early enough with his TS and Aspergers (high functioning Autism). People need to talk about things - how else will we grow?!

and now... what's on my plate... a music/photo video for a friend's daughter's wedding reception (just have to finish scanning some photos and will put it together.
I've found a great "hello kitty" pattern to knit for my favourite little person and will likely sell some of my creations, too
I've also got to go out and finish my merchandising job ... put it off today as I feel the need to create, first.

Lara... I miss you - I hope your plate is full of good things - happy things... and your internet time is more often! I thought of you this weekend - fondly remembering our Canadian Thanksgiving dinner together ... how many years has it been since you were here?!!